Child Safe Canada

04/26/2025

Come on down to our table at Old Navy’s safety day in South Centre mall. Meet Candace from our admin team, grab a treat or toy from our table, and chat about safety:)

01/13/2025

Upcoming Classes with Child Safe Canada! 🌟

Whether it's empowering kids with essential safety skills, preparing youth to be responsible babysitters, or gaining lifesaving first aid training as an adult, Child Safe Canada has something for everyone. Check out our upcoming classes:

👧 Home Alone Safety Plus First Aid (Ages 10+)
📅 Date: Jan 25, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: ZOOM Online (Comfort of your own home)
This interactive program teaches youth (ages 10+) important safety and first aid skills for being home alone. Interactive games and role-playing will help build confidence and preparedness. Home Alone is recommended prior to babysitter training.
(Note: Siblings ages 7+ must register separately.)

🍼 Babysitter Plus First Aid (Ages 10+)
📅 Date: Jan 25, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Child Safe Canada, Crowchild & Glenmore Trail South

For youth ready to take on babysitting responsibilities! This course covers safety, first aid, childcare skills, and more, including a handbook and completion card for participants.

💓 CPR Workshop for Babysitters (Ages 10–15)
📅 Date: Feb 1, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Mckenzie Towne Hall
This CPR-focused workshop is perfect for youth preparing to be responsible babysitters. Learn CPR for infants and children, and boost your chances of being hired! Please bring a doll or teddy bear for practice.

✨ 𝙍𝙚𝙨𝙚𝙧𝙫𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙨𝙥𝙤𝙩 𝙩𝙤𝙙𝙖𝙮! Head to the 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗶𝗻 𝗯𝗶𝗼 for more details, to book a class, or explore additional dates. Let’s learn and grow together—safety for every age! 💙

01/10/2025

Tips for Hiring a Nanny or Babysitter ✨

Finding the right caregiver for your family doesn’t have to be stressful! With a little planning and preparation, you can feel confident in your choice. Here’s how to make the process smoother:

💡 Plan Ahead:
Take time to check references and don't rush the interviews! Ask the questions you REALLY want to know; don't be shy as this is a critical step in safety and screening! Listen to your gut... how do you feel? Any red flag feelings should be listened too.

👩‍👧 Consider Your Options:
Choose a caregiver who fits your family’s needs. Do you need a live-in nanny, a part-time babysitter, or a shared arrangement? Identify the best type of caregiver for your family.

✅ Clarify Needs and Budget:
List your must-haves, like experience, first aid training and CPR, unique skills, personality traits, and the potential care giver's availability.

🎤 Conduct Thorough Interviews:
Ask detailed questions, verify ID, and trust your instincts. If something feels off, it’s okay to say no. And of course always have multiple interviews with your short list of potential caregivers! Check out our tips for hiring sheet on our website!

📋 Check References and Credentials:
Always review references, security clearances, and first aid certifications to ensure your candidate is well-qualified. Did you know you can ensure your nanny or caregiver is Red Cross certified in first aid through Child Safe Canada? Check us out online!

Taking the time to follow these steps can help you find a caregiver who feels like part of the family! For more helpful advice, head to the link in bio. 💙

01/09/2025

🧠 Brain Development:
Bruce Perry explains that the brain is highly responsive to the environment, especially in early years. Positive, nurturing connections with caregivers promote healthy brain development, particularly in emotional regulation, social skills, and executive function.

💖 Emotional Regulation:
Supportive relationships teach children to manage emotions. Feeling safe and connected improves self-regulation, reducing anxiety and stress.

🏠 Safety and Security:
Perry emphasizes emotional and physical safety. Stable, supportive relationships help children feel secure, explore the world, and develop resilience. Disruptions in connections can affect emotional health and behavior.

🤝 Social Connections:
Secure attachments foster trust and teach positive interactions. Early social bonds lay the foundation for empathy, cooperation, and belonging.

📚 Cognitive and Academic Success:
Strong connections with adults like teachers and caregivers enhance learning and academic performance. Feeling supported encourages engagement and success.

🛡️ Resilience to Trauma:
In adversity, connectedness is protective. Perry notes that one stable, reliable adult can help children recover and build resilience over time.

In summary, Perry highlights the essential role of healthy, positive relationships in brain development, emotional well-being, and social skills. These connections foster safety, trust, and belonging, enabling children to thrive despite challenges.

01/05/2025

Upcoming Classes with Child Safe Canada! 🌟

Whether it's empowering kids with essential safety skills, preparing youth to be responsible babysitters, or gaining lifesaving first aid training as an adult, Child Safe Canada has something for everyone. Check out our upcoming classes:

👶 Home Alone Safety
(Ages 10+ and siblings)
📅 Date: Jan 12, 2025
⏰ Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Child Safe Canada, Crowchild & Glenmore Trail South

🍼 Babysitter Plus First Aid (Ages 10+)
📅 Date: Jan 19, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Child Safe Canada, Crowchild & Glenmore Trail South

For youth ready to take on babysitting responsibilities! This course covers safety, first aid, childcare skills, and more, including a handbook and completion card for participants.

⛑️ Red Cross Intermediate Blended First Aid CPR/AED (Ages 15 -adult)
📅 Date: Jan 23, 2025
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Child Safe Canada, Crowchild & Glenmore Trail South

A comprehensive Red Cross certification course combining online learning with hands-on training. Perfect for workplaces or individuals needing certification in First Aid CPR level C and AED.

✨ 𝙍𝙚𝙨𝙚𝙧𝙫𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙨𝙥𝙤𝙩 𝙩𝙤𝙙𝙖𝙮! Head to the 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗶𝗻 𝗯𝗶𝗼 for more details, to book a class, or explore additional dates. Let’s learn and grow together—safety for every age! 💙

01/04/2025

Fun Fact Friday: A wired child is a safe child!

At Child Safe Canada, we help children and adults reconnect with their natural awareness to recognize and respond to unsafe situations.

💡 Did You Know? Teaching children to trust their instincts and express their feelings builds a foundation of safety and confidence that lasts a lifetime.

Here’s how you can help:
1️⃣ Listen and respond when kids share their feelings.
2️⃣ Encourage open communication about what feels comfortable or unsafe.
3️⃣ Teach boundaries over manners—safety always comes first.

🌍 Together, we can create safer, more connected communities for everyone.

01/03/2025

💜Supporting children’s developing brains is a shared responsibility among parents, caregivers, educators, and society.
🦋A nurturing environment, responsive interactions, and community support and ensure kids reach their full potential.

12/04/2024

🌟 Join Our Kids Classes with Child Safe Canada! 🌟

Child Safe Canada is dedicated to empowering children and families with essential life skills, safety training, and confidence-building programs. Our interactive classes focus on creating a safer kiddos and a more informed community. Don’t miss out on registering into Home Alone and Babysitting classes during the holidays!!

💼 Life Skills
🛡️ Safety Training
🎯 Confidence Building

👉 Register now to secure your spot!
📲 Use the link in our Linktree to register and learn more!

Spaces fill quickly—don’t miss out!

The Nation's leader in safety education. We offer a full range of life skills and first aid for kids and adults!

09/27/2024

04/14/2024

WE’RE HIRING! If you or anyone you know is looking for a fabulous full time position apply through Indeed or message us directly! * Experience required:)

01/14/2024

👏Great job babysitter class 2024! Joining in to reduce energy grid consumption and learn what to do and not to panic if a rolling blackout took place while babysitting!!

11/19/2023

🐞✨Child Safe Canada offers a variety of kids’ friendship building classes that are designed to help children develop important social skills and create meaningful connections with their peers.

😀Overall, friendships are vital for children’s social, emotional, and cognitive development. Encouraging and nurturing these relationships can have a profound and long-lasting impact on their overall well-being and future success.

🦋These classes provide a safe and supportive environment where children and youth, can learn and practice effective communication, empathy, problem-solving, and teamwork.

☀️💐Through engaging activities and interactive sessions, children are encouraged to express themselves, understand others’ perspectives, and build positive relationships with their friends. Child Safe Canada’s friendship building classes aim to empower children with the tools they need to navigate social situations confidently and foster healthy friendships.

https://childsafecanada.com/programs/youth_ages_8




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